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Fair
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About
Elon Aviation is the premier choice for flight instruction and aircraft rental in Greensboro and Burlington, North Carolina. Operating at both Piedmont Triad International Airport (KGSO) and Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport (KBUY), Elon Aviation offers training for private, instrument, commercial, CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP-SE, and remote pilot certificates and ratings under FAA Part 61. The school features a fleet of Beechcraft, Cessna, and Piper aircraft with modern avionics, experienced instructors, and on-site maintenance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elon Aviation has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Elon Aviation operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Elon Aviation does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Elon Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 152, Cessna 182T (Skylane), Piper PA-28 (Archer), Piper PA-28R (Arrow), Beechcraft 58 (Baron), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28 (Warrior), and Piper PA-28 (Cherokee). Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
Yes, Elon Aviation has the following flight training device: PFC CR12. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Elon Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.